Course Information

Course Code:
Course Number:
Code Course Name Language Type
INS 317E Fracture Mechanics of Concrete English Elective
Local Credits ECTS Theoretical Tutorial Laboratory
3 4 3 0 0
Course Prerequisites and Class Restriction
Prerequisites None
Class Restriction None
Course Description
Principles of Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics (LEFM), Application of LEFM to concrete, Structure and fracture process of concrete. Nonlinear fracture models for concrete. Test methods for the determination of fracture parameters. Fracture mechanics and compressive failure. Determination of the tension softening response of concrete. Applications of fracture mechanics to concrete structures. Application to high performance cementitious materials.